Senior Scientist Discovery Chemistry

Janssen Research & Development, LLC, a member of the Johnson and Johnson family of companies is recruiting for a Senior Scientist, Discovery Chemistry to work in San Diego, CA, Springhouse, PA, Beerse, Belgium, or Toledo, Spain. At the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson, we are working to create a world without disease. Transforming lives by finding new and better ways to prevent, intercept, treat and cure disease inspires us. We bring together the best minds and pursue the most promising science. We are Janssen. We collaborate with the world for the health of everyone in it. Learn more at www.janssen.com and follow us @JanssenGlobal. Janssen Research & Development, LLC is part of the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies. Key Responsibilities: Will be part of site-based team responsible for leading external CRO chemistry resources within Discovery Chemistry Contributes to delivery of the Janssen small molecule discovery pipeline by ensuring projects from Hit ID to NME delivery are appropriately supported with external medicinal chemistry resources Partners with both internal and external medicinal chemistry teams to generate innovative solutions to synthetic and medicinal chemistry challenges Tracks performance and drives increased productivity of CRO partners Qualifications Qualifications Required: A PhD in synthetic organic chemistry or a related field is required A minimum of 3 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, with proven track record in medicinal chemistry, and key contributions to clinical candidate selection is required Expert knowledge of modern methods of synthetic and medicinal chemistry with ability to develop innovative solution is required Working understanding of pharmacology, DMPK principles, and non-clinical safety as applied to drug discovery is required Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaborative skills. Scientific track record should be documented through inventorship, a publication record in peer reviewed journals, and a history of giving presentations at scientific meetings is required Must be able incorporate a global focus and smoothly operate in multiple cultural environments, time zones, and region May require up to 10% travel Preferred: At least 5 years of experience in medicinal chemistry is preferred Experience leading external CRO resources as applied to drug discovery programs in a matrixed setting with chemistry leadership and project team leaders is preferred An interest in the strategic assessment and alignment of CRO partners, resulting in maximized efficiency, productivity, and capabilities is preferred At Johnson & Johnson, we’re on a mission to change the trajectory of health for humanity. That starts by creating the world’s healthiest workforce. Through cutting-edge programs and policies, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our employees and the ones they love. As such, depending on location and subject to local legislation, candidates offered employment may be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or, in certain countries, secure an approved accommodation prior to the commencement of employment to support the well-being of our employees, their families and the communities in which we live and work. If you are invited to interview for the position, your recruiter will advise on the vaccine requirement status in your geographic location. For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com. Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Primary Location United States-California-San Diego-3210 Merryfield Row Other Locations Europe/Middle East/Africa-Spain-Castille-La Mancha-Toledo, North America-United States-Pennsylvania-Spring House, Europe/Middle East/Africa-Belgium-Antwerp-Beerse Organization Janssen Research & Development, LLC (6084) Job Function R&D Requisition ID 2206029140W